Question 1 [17 Marks] Sarah is a student who enjoys drinking soda, with Coke and Pepsi being her preferred types. She is indifferent between these two (2) brands, and her choice depends on the price of the soda. The equilibrium ratio of Coke to Pepsi is (5:4), respectively. In the summer, her local supermarket decides to offer a 2-for-1 special on Pepsi. However, Sarah’s income […]

QUESTION 1 (53 marks) You are a Financial Consultant, and the following cases currently require your attention: CASE 1: MR. HEMINGWAY Mr. Hemingway wishes to purchase non-redeemable, non-cumulative converting preference shares in Scribner Ltd today. These preference shares have an issue price of R90 and conversion date of 30 September 2026. The preference dividend rate is 8.8% per annum, payable quarterly in arrears (including on […]

QUESTION 1 (13 Marks) Read the case study below and answer the questions that follow: InnovateTech is a medium-sized tech company that creates IT solutions and software. The company has started using new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing as part of their response to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). These changes are shifting job roles and workflows within the company. As InnovateTech […]

Question 1 [29 marks] You are the administrator at Bright Future Academy, a small educational institution offering a few courses. With the new semester starting, you’ve enrolled a group of students and now need to organise their financial details. Each student has a unique ID and is enrolled in a specific course, with associated Registration fees, Tuition Fees, and Additional Costs for materials and resources. […]

QUESTION 1 (26 Marks) Study the cartoon below and answer the question that follows: With reference to the cartoon, identify and explain the two (2) forms of literacy that have been used by the student to complete his homework. Motivate your answer. (6 marks) Reading is fundamental to language literacy, as it helps us become more proficient in our use of language. However, reading is […]

QUESTION 1: [20 Marks] Read the extract below, and answer the question that follows: How Uber Eats works: Browse: Uber Eats has hundreds of restaurants from which to choose. When you open the app, you can scroll through it for inspiration or search for a particular restaurant or cuisine. When you find something you like, tap to add it to your order. Order: When you’re […]

Question 1: (10 Marks) In advertising, success hinges on specific skills. The World Economic Forum highlights three essential skills: critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence (Gray, 2016). Required: Explain why these three (3) skills are essential and how they improve performance in the advertising industry. (3×2 = 6 marks) Considering an employee’s strengths in strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving, describe two (2) suitable […]

QUESTION 1 (26 marks) This question consists of two (2) unrelated scenarios: Scenario 1 Makita Industries Ltd. manufactures a single product, MK-100. The company operates at 80% capacity, producing and selling 8 000 units per month. The selling price per MK-100 unit is R15. The following data relates to Makita Industries Ltd.’s maximum monthly production capacity: • Material cost: • Labour costs: • Other manufacturing […]

Question 1: BSG Manufacturing Ltd, a medium-sized manufacturing company, recently appointed a financial manager, Ms Louw. Upon commencing her new role, she introduced innovative cost-saving measures, there are concerns among the board members about her decision to prioritize short-term profitability over long-term investments. She proposed cutting the research and development (R&D) budget to boost quarterly profits and enhance her performance bonus. She also suggested delaying […]

Case study: Analysis of Volkswagen Engine Emission Testing Software Manipulation Scandal from a Professional Ethics Point of View The car manufacturing industry faced a significant scandal when Volkswagen (VW), a leading automaker, was found to have engaged in unethical practices. VW installed “defeat devices” in their vehicles to cheat emissions tests, which had severe health impacts and led to significant environmental costs. This scandal involved […]